Basic Parenting 101 The Manual Your Child Should Have Been Born With

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Summary: A good all around basic resource for parents
Review: "Basic Parenting 101" is what it purports - a good all around basic resource for parents. I think this is a good book for first time parents looking for an introduction to some valuable concepts. I would strongly recommend this book be supplemented with others as, I think, most readers will quickly grow beyond the points presented and will want more. I would highly recommend that "Basic Parenting 101" be read in conjunction with a book like "Systemic Parenting: An Exploration of the Parenting Big Picture" (Gaskill). This is the 201, 301, and 401 version of "Basic Parenting 101." Copitch's book is a great introduction and, if read before "Systemic Parenting," will be a tremendous help to bringing the more advanced material alive.


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Summary: The Art of Parenting
Review: The art of parenting - the transition from whiny two year old to responsible caring adult is the challenge of all parents. As an avid reader of parenting books, I found Dr. Phil's book not only easy to read and understand, but also a throrough guide to raising healthy happy children. Basic Parenting 101 demystifies how children learned to behave the way they do - (whatever it takes to get their needs met!). Dr. Phil explains how simple parenting techniques can easily shape your children's actions. The numerous stories and humorous cartoons throughout his book complement the comprehensive guide he provides beginning from the tantrums of toddlers through handling street drugs and teenagers. Teaching your children how to make good choices, allowing them to learn from consequences, understanding the difference between discipline and punishment - these seeem to be the tricky parts of parenting and this is where Dr. Phil's book excels over other parenting resources. As the mother of two children, I consider it's one of those must-have books.

Rating:
Summary: The Art of Parenting
Review: The art of parenting - the transition from whiny two year old to responsible caring adult is the challenge of all parents. As an avid reader of parenting books, I found Dr. Phil's book not only easy to read and understand, but also a throrough guide to raising healthy happy children. Basic Parenting 101 demystifies how children learned to behave the way they do - (whatever it takes to get their needs met!). Dr. Phil explains how simple parenting techniques can easily shape your children's actions. The numerous stories and humorous cartoons throughout his book complement the comprehensive guide he provides beginning from the tantrums of toddlers through handling street drugs and teenagers. Teaching your children how to make good choices, allowing them to learn from consequences, understanding the difference between discipline and punishment - these seeem to be the tricky parts of parenting and this is where Dr. Phil's book excels over other parenting resources. As the mother of two children, I consider it's one of those must-have books.